UNSPSC 23242300: Lathes and turning centers

Lathes and turning centers cut a rotating part with a stationary cutting tool. The tool moves parallel and perpendicular to the workpiece axis to provide the desired finished shape.

UNSPSC 23242300 Lathes and turning centers is a Class code. State and local governments procure manual precision lathes, CNC lathes, and horizontal milling machines under this code, typically for vocational training programs, maintenance operations, and research facilities. The Illinois Department of Transportation's FY27 solicitation for a 16-inch by 60-inch manual precision engine lathe with variable digital speed control, 12-speed spindle drive, and full accessory kit represents the scope of work—newly manufactured, current-model equipment meeting detailed mechanical and electrical specifications, with UL or CSA certification, delivered F.O.B. to the buying location, and backed by manufacturer's warranty. The code also covers CNC lathes and machining centers procured by higher-education institutions. Issuing bodies include state transportation departments, state university systems, and county procurement offices. Subcontracting is prohibited; vendors must be established manufacturers or authorized dealers with demonstrated service capability and required commercial and auto liability insurance.

Recent activity spans Illinois, Texas, and Washington state. The Illinois Department of Transportation posted two related solicitations in late July 2026—the manual lathe (Solicitation 26494DOTFINADB52240, due August 10, 2026) and a horizontal milling machine (Solicitation 26494DOTFINADB52239, due August 10, 2026)—both through BidBuy open to all vendors. The Texas A&M University System issued two ITBs in June and early July 2026 for CNC equipment and a CNC lathe and machining center (TAMUSITB260540, due July 13, 2026; TAMUSITB260542, due July 23, 2026), with bidding conducted exclusively through the AggieBid portal. Sourcewell, a Minnesota local government unit and service cooperative, issued RFP #061626 on behalf of participating entities in Franklin, Grant, Grays Harbor, Chelan, and Yakima counties in Washington state and other jurisdictions nationwide (due June 16, 2026 through the Sourcewell Procurement Portal), though that solicitation was classified under law enforcement equipment and does not align with machinery procurement.